The announcement this week from a close ally of German Chancellor Angela Merkel that she will stand again for a fourth term is a welcome relief. Frau Merkel is unquestionably the greatest leader in Europe today and in a world entering an increasing period of uncertainty with the exit of the UK from the European Union and the election of Donald J Trump, she stands tall as a beacon of stability and resolute, sensible, liberal leadership. Frau Merkel's mentor, the great Helmut Kohl, was the last German leader to secure a fourth term in office...
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